Rocket Attack U.S.A.
It's the height of the Cold War between the United States and the Soviet Union with the Communists launching a spy satellite that has the Free World leaders in a panic. Fears about the nature of the satellite force the United States to send an agent undercover behind the Iron Curtain to discover what the Soviets have learned. What he finds is the Communists have used the information acquired from their spy satellite to help them perfect a new and even more deadly nuclear weapon.
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Plot Summary
In this low-budget science fiction film, a hostile alien race launches a devastating rocket attack on the United States. As cities are destroyed and panic ensues, the American military struggles to find a way to defend against the advanced extraterrestrial weaponry. The film follows the desperate efforts of scientists and military leaders to repel the invasion and save humanity from annihilation.
Critical Reception
Rocket Attack U.S.A. is a prime example of a B-movie from the Cold War era, often characterized by its simplistic plot, rudimentary special effects, and overt anti-communist/anti-alien sentiment. While it wasn't a critical darling upon release, it has gained a cult following over the years for its earnest, if unpolished, execution and its reflection of the anxieties of its time.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its energetic, if simplistic, storytelling.
- Criticized for its dated special effects and predictable plot.
- Seen as a cult classic for its campy charm and reflection of Cold War fears.
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Fun Fact
Despite its title, the film was shot in various locations in and around the Los Angeles area, masquerading as American cities under attack.
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